# Open Access Books

**Funder:** NWO
**Budget:** €300,000
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://www.nwo.nl/en/calls/open-access-books
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Project leaders or co-applicants of awarded NWO research projects can apply for funding to cover Open Access publishing costs of academic books resulting from NWO-funded research.

## Summary

The NWO Open Access Books scheme funds publication costs for academic books resulting from NWO-funded research projects. Project leaders and co-applicants of completed or ongoing NWO grants can apply for up to €300,000 per book to cover Open Access publishing fees. The call is continuous, with rolling application windows for Dutch researchers and institutions.

## Who should apply

- Project leaders or co-applicants of NWO-funded research projects
- Researchers at Dutch institutions producing research monographs
- Teams with completed or near-completion manuscripts ready for Open Access publication
- Applicants whose NWO grants directly funded the underlying research

## Key dates

- Rolling application window (continuous intake)
- Funding designated for Open Access publication costs only

## Tips for applicants

- This scheme funds publishing costs, not research or manuscript writing, apply only once your manuscript is ready for production.
- Link your book explicitly to the original NWO grant in your application; the evaluator needs to verify the research nexus.
- NWO prioritises immediate open access without embargo periods, propose a publishing model that commits to day-one OA.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I apply for NWO Open Access Books funding?

Yes, if you are a project leader or co-applicant of an NWO-funded research project and the book directly results from that research.

### How much does NWO Open Access Books cover?

Up to €300,000 per book to cover Open Access publication costs.

### When can I apply for NWO Open Access Books?

The call is continuous with rolling applications, so you can submit at any time.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/nwo-open-access-books-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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